Police in Olathe, Kansas responded to reports of a triple shooting at a sports bar February 22.
The incident occurred at Austin’s Bar & Grill and spurred a large police presence at the scene. Of the three suspects, one has died as a result of the shooting while two remain at the hospital, Olathe Police said in a statement.
News release on Shooting at Austin’s Bar and Grill.
A manhunt in the area of 151st Terrace and Scarborough Street was underway immediately following the emergency calls.
#BREAKING Latest info: Shooting at Austin’s Bar & Grill in Olathe. 3 people shot. Suspect seen running W. near 151st Ter. & Scarborough St.
Businesses and schools in the area were put on lockdown as police searched for the suspect.
According to a report, multiple people on the scene say that the man was saying racial words inside and was asked to leave. He reportedly came back with a gun.
A briefing by the Olathe Police said that the suspect is described as a white man in his 60s.
Olathe PD say 3 people shot in total. Suspect being described as “disgruntled customer”. White man in 60s
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